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WV03 OSA

2003 BMW R1150

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

54,141 mi
Last recorded54,141 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW R115027,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV03 OSA
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 54,141 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 53,165 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 50,308 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 49,952 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 49,088 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 48,253 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 46,838 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 45,010 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 41,185 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 39,728 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 39,728 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 38,883 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 38,305 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 36,011 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 35,499 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 35,499 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2012 33,079 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 31,728 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 31,728 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 3 Jul 2010 31,026 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 28,418 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jul 2008 22,784 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 22,784 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 22,784 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2007 18,351 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 13,377 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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WV03 OSA is a 2003 BMW R1150 in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 27,443 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV03 OSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV03 OSA registered?

WV03 OSA is a 2003 BMW R1150, first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is WV03 OSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV03 OSA shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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